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Evangelical Alliance Celebrates Contribution of Young People
The Evangelical Alliance Champions of Respect Awards last night paid tribute to young people who are doing "fantastic things" in the name of respect. The awards were part of the Temple Address
Archbishop of Canterbury Reopens Debate on Women Priests
The debate on women priests has been reopened by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, as he said that the Anglican Church may one day "think again" about the issue.
Christian Aid Welcomes Climate Bill, Emphasises Lives at Risk
Christian Aid has welcomed the inclusion of the Climate Change Bill in the Queen's Speech, emphasising that the main rationale should be to stop the harm global warming was to save millions of poor people.
Church of Ireland to Celebrate Disability Awareness Sunday
The Church of Ireland is urging its parishes to get involved with this weekend's Disability Awareness Sunday in a bid to engage more people disabilities with the life of the church.
Talking Jesus Christmas Donation Rejected by Charity
A talking Jesus doll has been rejected by the Marine Reserves' Toys for Tots programme for being 'too religious'. An American company in Los Angeles offered to donate 4,000 of the 1-foot-tall dolls, which quote Bible verses, for distribution to needy children this Christmas.
Churches Welcome Nuffield Report on Disabled Newborns
The Church of England and the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales have welcomed the report of the Nuffield Council on the treatment of extremely disabled or premature newborns.
Tearfund Rebukes UN for 'Staggering Complacency' of Climate Change Proposals
Proposals put forward at the UN Climate Change Conference in Nairobi, Kenya display "staggering complacency", UK Christian relief and development agency Tearfund has said.
Churches Welcome Nuffield Report on Disabled Newborns
The Church of England and the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales have welcomed a new report which supports the withdrawal of treatment for extremely premature babies.
Small Tsunami Hits Japan Following Powerful Earthquake
A small tsunami has hit the northern most island of Japan following a powerful earthquake on Wednesday 15th November. The island of Hokkaido was hit by the tsunami after the 8.1 magnitude earthquake near the Etorofu Island, the Japan Meteorological Agency has said.
Cardinal Expresses Concerns Over Muslim Veils in Europe
One of the most senior cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church has joined the debate over Muslim veils among immigrant communities in Europe.
Tearfund Rebukes UN for 'Staggering Complacency' of Climate Change Proposals
Proposals put forward at the UN Climate Change Conference in Nairobi, Kenya, display "staggering complacency", UK Christian relief and development agency Tearfund has said.
British Baptists Pass Resolution Opposing Replacement of Trident Nuclear System
The Baptist Union of Great Britain Council (BUGB) has passed a resolution opposing the replacement of Britain's Trident nuclear weapons system, and called upon the British government to take a lead in disarmament negotiations.
Tsunami Warning Issued in Japan Following Huge Earthquake
Reports have come in that a tsunami is expected to hit Russia and northern Japan. The US Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre has issued the urgent warning following a huge earthquake in the region at 1115 GMT.
United Reformed Church Supports Women in Malawi
The United Reformed Church is helping women to grow in faith and become fully independent through a partnership with churches in Malawi. A brand new centre will equip the women to not only
Riding Lights Features 'Pipe Dreams' in Support of WaterAid
Renowned theatre company Riding Lights will be touring their latest show, Pipe Dreams, across the UK in support of WaterAid until 2 December.
Church of England Defends Disabled Babies Submission
The Church of England has defended a statement by the Bishop of Southwark in which he said that the withdrawal of treatment for extremely premature or disabled newborns may sometimes be justified.